What Is This Tool?
This unit converter transforms volume measurements from the ancient Biblical Hebrew cor, an old dry volume unit, into cubic foot [ft^3], a modern volume measure used widely in engineering and trade.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the volume value in cor (Biblical).
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Select cor (Biblical) as the unit to convert from.
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Select cubic foot [ft^3] as the unit to convert to.
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Click convert to get the equivalent volume in cubic foot.
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Review the conversion result and use as needed.
Key Features
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Converts ancient Biblical volume unit cor to cubic foot accurately.
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Provides clear formula and conversion rate.
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Includes practical examples for easy understanding.
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Useful for scholars, archaeologists, and historians.
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Browser-based tool with straightforward interface.
Examples
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Convert 2 Cor (Biblical) to cubic foot results in 15.5384533574 ft³.
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Convert 0.5 Cor (Biblical) to cubic foot results in 3.88461333935 ft³.
Common Use Cases
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Interpreting quantities reported in the Hebrew Bible and ancient texts.
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Supporting archaeological studies of storage and agricultural yields.
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Comparing ancient economic measures with modern volume units.
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Analyzing room and storage volumes in historical contexts.
Tips & Best Practices
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Keep in mind the cor’s historical volume may vary by region and period.
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Use this tool mainly for scholarly, historical, or educational purposes.
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Consider material density and consistency when applying conversions.
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Check multiple sources when performing detailed research involving volumes.
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Use the provided formula for direct and easy calculations.
Limitations
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The cor's volume historically varies, so conversions are approximate.
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Not recommended for precise scientific or engineering volume determinations.
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Differences in measurement standards over time affect accuracy.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a cor (Biblical)?
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The cor is an ancient Biblical Hebrew dry volume unit, roughly equivalent to 10 ephahs or about 220 liters.
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What is a cubic foot used for?
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A cubic foot measures volume in the US customary and imperial systems, often used in engineering, trade, and building design.
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Why convert cor to cubic foot?
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Converting cor to cubic foot helps interpret ancient volumes in modern terms for scholarship, archaeology, and historical analysis.
Key Terminology
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Cor (Biblical)
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An ancient Biblical Hebrew unit of dry volume roughly equal to 220 liters or 10 ephahs.
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Cubic foot [ft³]
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A unit of volume in US customary and imperial systems, defined by a cube one foot in length on each side.
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Conversion rate
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The fixed multiplier used to translate 1 cor (Biblical) into 7.7692266787 cubic foot [ft³].